I don’t know about you, but whenever I see a unique dog online — one that looks like it came straight out of a movie — I just have to find out more.
That’s exactly how I discovered Hulk, the giant pitbull who became a true internet celebrity.
Seriously, the first time I saw a photo of him, I thought it was fake! A dog weighing over 80 kg (that’s more than 170 lbs), muscular, with this impressive, powerful look… but at the same time, with the sweetest, calmest eyes.
That’s when I had to learn everything I could about this big guy — and trust me, I was blown away.
Who is Hulk?
First things first, Hulk is not your average pitbull. He’s an American Pit Bull Terrier, but with a very unique genetic makeup that made him one of the largest pitbulls in the world.
He belongs to Marlon and Lisa Grennan, the owners of the famous Dark Dynasty K9s (DDK9s) kennel in the United States.
When Hulk first hit the spotlight, he already weighed over 80 kg (about 176 lbs) at just 18 months old.
These days, he can weigh over 90 kg (nearly 200 lbs). He’s basically a pitbull in beast mode.
But what really got me? Despite his massive size, Hulk is extremely gentle and loving, especially with kids.
There are tons of pictures and videos of him cuddling or calmly playing with the couple’s son. It’s seriously heart-melting.
How did he get famous?
Hulk’s story went viral when the DDK9s kennel started posting videos of him on YouTube and social media.
It didn’t take long before the whole world wanted to know about this giant dog. Views skyrocketed, and soon enough, Hulk was being featured on TV shows, magazines, and even major international news outlets.
I found myself binge-watching every video I could find — Hulk riding in cars, swimming, training… and always with that calm, sweet vibe.
There’s even a popular video of him “singing” along with the family in the car. I mean, come on — how can you not fall in love?
Is Hulk just about looks?
This part really surprised me. A lot of people assume that because Hulk is a pitbull — and a huge one — he must be dangerous or aggressive.
But the reality couldn’t be more different.
Hulk was trained from puppyhood using positive reinforcement, love, and tons of socialization.
Sure, he’s also a protection dog — that’s the kennel’s specialty — but that doesn’t make him aggressive.
Quite the opposite, actually: he’s a perfect example of strength, control, and obedience.
A friend of mine follows DDK9s religiously and even attended one of their events. According to her, Hulk is a total sweetheart.
He gently nudges you for attention and is super chill even around strangers.
How much is Hulk worth?
Now here’s the jaw-dropper. Because of his rare genetics, elite training, and internet fame, Hulk is estimated to be worth over $500,000 (yep, half a million dollars!).
The kennel has reportedly turned down several crazy offers for him.
On top of that, Hulk has fathered several litters of puppies — and those pups? They’ve sold for $25,000 to $50,000 depending on their training and future roles. It’s wild.
Celebrity status, family dog at heart
What I love most about Hulk’s story is that, despite all the fame and fortune, he’s still just a beloved family dog.
He lives in the house, plays with the kids, lounges on the couch… just like any pampered pup would.
He proves that size and breed don’t define behavior — it’s all about how a dog is raised, trained, and loved.
Final Thoughts
Finding out about Hulk was one of the coolest discoveries I’ve made on the internet lately.
He’s living proof that pitbulls can be incredible, affectionate, and yes — total superstars.
If you haven’t seen him yet, go search “Hulk DDK9s” on YouTube or Instagram.
But fair warning: you might fall head over heels like I did. After seeing him, every other dog will look like a mini version.
So tell me — would you have the courage (or the space!) to have a Hulk in your home? 🐶💪